SQAIRZ GOLF NEW LINE-BOLD is now out and available for purchase says CEO Bob Winskowicz Sqairz.com. Pinehurst No.8 has reopened and so has the interior of the clubhouse, as all the renovations inside are complete. So learn more at Pinehurst.com.
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Welcome to the Mission Inn Resort-under new management.
THE MISSION INN
Mission Inn a historic Florida property is now under new management, after a recent purchase by the MMI company.
The resort has two golf courses, the famed El Campeon course, and the Los Colinas course.
After a previous announcement of a new general manager, the resort has announced a new Director of Golf, Bryan Mulry. So for more information see MissionInnResort.com.
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS WOMEN”S GOLFER Crystal Wang-made the cut and finished in 14th place, at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur Tournament.
THE NEW University of Illinois Men’s Golf Invitational on April 22-23, will offer both free parking and free admission. More details at FightingIllini.com.
GOLFFOREVER a training aid used by defending Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler and now Ryder Cup Captain Zach Johnson, is offering $20 off the normal price during master week. See GolfForever.com for information.
GTech-hand warmer apparel has expanded.
GTECH APPAREL
G-Tech Apparel has expanded it’s product line, to more items than it’s famous handwarmers.
The handwarmers used by NFL Quarterbacks, Major Baseball players, and members of the US Military, FBI and Secret Service, have expanded into the ranks of professional golf.
But now new products include the heated vest and the heated hoodie. So during the month of April you can save up to 40% on some items. But you can learn more at GtechApparel.com.
The Willow Hill Dome in Northbrook, off Willow Road.
THE WILLOW HILL DOME.
The Chicago area’s largest indoor golf dome, is now open on weekends.
With todays morning temperature at 8 Am being just 29 degrees.
Why not take your practice session inside, where it’s a bit warmer. Because the dome is open all day on Saturday until 9 PM. Sunday it’s open until 3:30 Pm. Willowhilldome.com
PINE MEADOW GOLF CLUB in Mundelein has Callaway and TaylorMade fitting days coming up. TaylorMade on April 15th and May 7th. Callaway days start on May 6 and 17, they run from Noon until 5 Pm. Callaway offers dates in June (2) and July (2), August has one date and so does September. But you must make an appointment, so call the course at (847)-566-4653 (GOLF).
ADD PING TO THE FITTING LIST-April 22nd 10-2-make an appointment to sign up, by calling the pro shop at the number above (847)-566-4653 (GOLF).
THE INDOOR GOLF SHOP is offering up both specials and prizes Masters week. So check out Indoorgolf.com.
Sun Mountains-new golf bags the Mid-Stripe collection.
MISSOULA MONTANA based Sun Mountain has announced the release of a new line of golf bags.
The Mid-Stripe Collection consists of the 14-Way Mid Stripe Stand Bag, the Mid Stripe-Ace Stand Bag, Mid-Stripe 4-Way Cart Bag, and Mid-Stripe 14-Way Cart Bag.
Mid-Stripe is a classic styled bag, that comes with modern conveniences like a bag top, with a built in handle, and graphite shaft protection. Velour lined valuable pockets.
Prices for the line of bags start at $339.99 to $389.99. So to find the nearest dealer near you, visit Sunmountain.com or call (800)-227-9224.
OPEN CHAMPION and Senior Open Champion-Five time European Ryder Cup team member Darren Clarke has become a Travel Ambassador for Premier Golf, and meet with Premiers clients and visitors to Northern Ireland. So see more at Premiergolf.com.
The new line of Edison 2.0 Wedges, available for pre-order, arriving in Mid-April.
The Edison Golf Company has announced the launch of it’s new line of Edison 2.0 wedges.
Pre-order now, have in your golf bag by Mid-April.
The new line of wedges Edison 2.0 is designed with forgiveness, distance control, versatile turf interaction, without sacrificing shot making precision.
The finish helps reduce glare, and pearl chrome helps channel away moisture when playing in wet conditions. Edison now comes with a five-step forging process, and uses forging to make-not cast.
So if you enjoy building your own wedges, you can now do so at “Build Yours Now” on the Edison website. But with a 30-Day Risk Free Trial, if the Edison wedge is not the best wedge you have ever played, they will buy it back. Edisonwedges.com.
POLO Ralph Lauren on display at the 2023 PGA Merchandise Show, has come out with it’s pre-spring 2023, Spring 2023, and Fall of 2023. But now available is the latest work with Trendy Golf.
Billy Horschel and 2023 Ryder Cup Captain Zach Johnson will represent Polo Ralph Lauren in the field this coming week at the Masters. But these are not the only players on various professional golf tours that are RLX ambassadors.
Look for Ralph Lauren (RLX) products online and at private clubs, Ralph Lauren Stores and resorts. See RalphLauren.com.
BIRDIES FOR CHARITY of the John Deere Classic is now underway for 2023. But a reminder that the amount raised is no longer tied to the amount birdies the players make during the championship. So donors can make their pledges, in the amount they want to the charities of their choice. See BirdiesforCharity.com
Brooks Koepka wins his second LIV golf title in Orlando.
BROOKS KOEPKA has won it again.
Koepka became the first member of the LIV Golf tour, to win a second individual title.
So is Koepka ready for this weeks Masters ?
Koepka says he is healthy for the first time in a long time, and is one of 18 LIV Golfers competing in the 2023 Masters. Torque GC won the team championship for the Orlando tournament. More at LIVGolf.com.
ASICS new Gel-Kayano Spikeless golf shoe.
A NEW SPIKELESS GOLF SHOE.
Asics has announced it’s new golf shoe, the Gel-Kayano shoe, which is spike less.
The ASICS FlyteFoam Technology is lightweight shock absorption with more support. The flexible mesh shoe provides a comfortable fit, with a thin waterproof lining. Price starts at $169.99 for the Gel-Course ACE, Gel-Course Glide at $99.99, the Gel-Preshot at $119.99. Now available.
SRIXON releases a “Refreshed” Z-Star series for 2023.
The NEW Z-Star Series Divide Golf Ball.
Z-Star Divide is now available in pro shops and retail outlets.
This new golf ball gives the golfer more spin, and stopping power around the green.
The Speed dimple pattern of 388 aerodynamic dimples, improves the launch even when conditions are not the best. The new DG Core, is soft in the center and gets firmer around the edge. Pricing starts at $47.99 per dozen. Details at us.dunlopsports.com/srixon.
Cleveland Golf’s Frontline Elite Putters.
CLEVELAND GOLF’S NEW PUTTER LINE is now here.
The Elite Putter Line comes in eight different models. Forward weighting and face technology, help golfers hit straighter putts regardless of stroke patterns.
So with the help of computer simulations, it was revealed that the Frontline Elite putter helped accuracy levels rise by over 38%. Pricing starts at $299.99 with the ALL-In shaft. $249.99 with the standard shaft. So for more information visit us.dunlopsports.com/clevelandgolf.
PXG Golf has partnered GOLF+ for a digital challenge, see the details at PXG.com.
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